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History Lives on in Notable Locations

Talk about new dining experiences! World travelers Ron and Debbie Newmark have sampled countless cuisines in a variety of settings, but nothing like the meal served at the Bors Hede Inne. First, they were treated to “genteel lavering” (hand-washing). Then they received “trenchers”—half-loaves of bread that doubled as plates. That was followed by dishes prepared…


Come and Learn During Reservation Visits 

The man scowled menacingly as he danced toward members of the crowd who watched him in fascination. Feathers adorned his headdress, and he clutched something that looked like a club in his right hand. Then, prancing just a few feet from the onlookers, he broke into a grin, took several more steps in time to…


Rep. Jayapal Backtracks After Calling Israel a ‘Racist State’

Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) has backtracked after fellow Democrats, including leadership, criticized her earlier comments calling Israel a “racist state.” “As somebody who’s been in the streets and participated in a lot of demonstrations, I want you to know that we have been fighting to make it clear that Israel is a…


Pramila Jayapal Backtracks After Calling Israel a ‘Racist State’

Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) has backtracked after fellow Democrats, including leadership, criticized her earlier comments calling Israel a “racist state.” “As somebody who’s been in the streets and participated in a lot of demonstrations, I want you to know that we have been fighting to make it clear that Israel is a…


California Reparations Moves Forward. What’s Next? | Tony Hall

“I’ve never seen a more insidious, inane, exploitive, and cruel plan put forth to the American public. You’re asking non-slave owners to pay people who were never slaves $5 million per black guy in San Francisco. The average household is going to have to pay $600,000.” Siyamak sits down with Tony Hall, a former supervisor…


Balance Summer Heat and Humidity–Tips to Eliminate Inflammation, Dampness, and Edema

In some parts of the world, the summer season is one of high humidity. Such environments can cause the body to produce excessive moisture, which according to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), can lead to chronic inflammation in the body. What are the symptoms of excessive moisture and how can they be alleviated? Symptoms of excessive…


Massive Search Is Underway for Missing Children Swept Away in Suburban Philadelphia Flash Flood

WASHINGTON CROSSING, Pa.—Crews in suburban Philadelphia on Monday intensified the search for a missing 9-month-old boy and his 2-year-old sister, swept away after weekend rains swelled the banks of a creek while they were driving to a barbecue with their family. Upper Makefield Township Fire Chief Tim Brewer said Monday the effort would be a…


EXCLUSIVE: Albanian Immigrants Offered Fake UK Documents and Passports by Criminals

Counterfeit European passports and UK driving licences are being sold for thousands of pounds to illegal immigrants by Albanian criminals, The Epoch Times has learned. The sophisticated forgery racket is being advertised in secret social media groups targeting Albanian asylum seekers with promises that the documents will help secure housing and employment in the UK….


Wildfires: Quebec Ends Ban on Open Fires Inside Forests for First Time Since May

Quebec has completely lifted its ban on open fires in or near forests in the southern half of the province for the first time since May. The Forests Department says 23 fires remain active in that region, known as the intensive zone, which includes towns as far north as the Cree village of Mistissini, about…


LIVE 3 PM ET: White House Briefing With Karine Jean-Pierre, John Kirby

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a daily briefing at 3 p.m. ET on July 17, with National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby. …